Oct. 15 is Global Handwashing Day, a movement to promote washing hands with soap and water to prevent the spread of disease. Millions of children in developing countries die each year of diarrhea and respiratory infections — conditions that could be lessened by washing hands before eating and after using the toilet.

1968 First Live Video From Space

Apollo 7 sends first live network transmission of video images from space.

1990: Gorbachev Wins Peace Prize

Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev receives the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in slowing the arms race.

1991: Clarence Thomas Confirmed

By a narrow margin, the Senate votes Clarence Thomas onto the Supreme Court.